Mako SLINGSHOT JETBOARD Manual

SAFETY, WATERCRAFT AND
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
MAKOBOARDSPORTS.COM
MAKO SLINGSHOT JETBOARD
OPERATOR’S GUIDE
WARNING: READ THIS GUIDE THOROUGHLY BEFORE USE
CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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MAKO SLINGSHOT JETBOARD
OPERATOR’S GUIDE
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ........................................................ 01
- About this guide
- Safety alerts & messages
GETTING STARTED
BEFORE YOU START ............................................ 03
- Jetboard denition
- What’s in the box
- The tool kit
KNOW YOUR MAKO ............................................. 04
KNOW YOUR MAKO ............................................. 05
KNOW YOUR ECU ................................................. 06
- ECU connectors
KNOW YOUR STATUS .......................................... 07
COOLING .............................................................. 08
- Precautions
SETUP YOUR BOARD .......................................... 09
- Fitting the FCS side ns
- Fitting the FCS centre n
- Fitting the carbon centre n ....................... 10
- Your stance - regular or goofy .................... 11
- Adjusting the foot straps
- Adjusting the grab line ................................ 12
- Charging the battery
- Battery safety .............................................. 13
- Battery storage ............................................ 14
- The right fuel
- Fuel mixing
- Fueling procedure
- Fuel storage ................................................. 15
- Carrying your board
- Fuel mixing
- Fueling procedure
PRE-SURF CHECKLIST ....................................... 16
START YOUR ENGINE ......................................... 17
POST-SURF CHECKLIST ...................................... 18
POST-SURF ENGINE FLUSH ............................... 19
RIDING YOUR MAKO
OPERATING RULES ............................................. 21
- Right of way
- Meeting head on
- Crossing
- Overtaking .................................................... 22
- When all else fails
- Aids to navigation
YOUR FIRST RIDE ................................................ 23
- Shallow water start
- Throttle control
- Weight-shift turns
STANDING UP ...................................................... 24
- Popping up
BASIC TURNS ...................................................... 25
- The need for speed
- Heels and toes
- Toeside turn
- Heelside turn
DEEP WATER START ........................................... 26
HINTS & TIPS ....................................................... 27
- Flat water ollie
- Wave jumping
- Using your own wake .................................. 28
- How to bail safely
- Loss of power - paddling ............................. 29
DOCK/BOAT START ............................................. 30
RACING START .................................................... 31
STORAGE & TRANSPORT ................................... 32
- Long-term storage
- Transport your board

JETBOARD MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ................................ 34
BASIC MAINTENANCE ........................................ 36
- Spark plug
- Spark plug removal
- Spark plug checks
- Spark plug installation ................................ 37
- Carburettor adjustment
- Default carburettor settings ....................... 38
- Flywheel lubrication
- Post-surf clean down .................................. 39
- Carbon bre hull protection ........................ 40
- Drain a flooded engine
- Drain flooded engine by hand ..................... 42
REMOVING THE ENGINE .................................... 43
TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 46
- Common symptoms of trouble
ENGINE WILL NOT START .................................. 47
ENGINE RUNNING ............................................... 48
LED INDICATOR ................................................... 50
SAFETY INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION ................................................... 52
- Safety alerts & messages
- Rider awareness
SAFETY MATTERS .............................................. 53
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
- Fuel safety & precautions
- Modications ............................................... 54
- Burns & moving parts
- Hypothermia
- Drugs & alcohol
- Jetboard registration .................................. 55
- Excessive speed & noise
- Law enforcement
- Environmental responsibility
- Accidents & insurance
SAFETY GEAR ...................................................... 56
- Personal floatation device (PFD)
- Recommended clothing
- Helmets ........................................................ 57
- Mobile phone
- GPS location device
SAFE OPERATION ................................................ 58
- Water ingestion
- Jet-drive
- Before you ride
SAFETY EXERCISES ............................................ 60
- Ideal location
- Practice exercises
- Factors not to neglect
SALES POLICY & WARRANTY
MAKO WARRANTY .............................................. 62
MAKO SALES POLICY .......................................... 63
- Information about us
- Eligibility to purchase
- Customer services
- Orders
- Products ....................................................... 64
- Rights to make changes
- Payment
- Returns and exchanges
- Delivery ......................................................... 65
- Faulty items
- Your key legal rights .................................... 66
- Cancelations
- Our rights to end the contract .................... 67
- Our responsibility for loss or damage
- Statutory rights
- Other important items
- Direct contact information ......................... 68
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ....................... 69

MAKO SLINGSHOT JETBOARD
OPERATOR’S GUIDE
Introduction
Thank you and congratulations on the
purchase of your new Mako Slingshot
jetboard. We hope your board evokes
in you excitement and the ultimate
sensation of fun.
Designed and manufactured by our team of
experienced engineers and technicians, your
Mako Slingshot is a quick and agile carbon bre
waterjet-propelled surfboard complete with the right
combination of sophisticated technology and sleek
design aesthetic. Your Slingshot looks fast, feels fast
and moulds classic surf and wakeboard elements into
a modern, adrenaline-fuelled package, with all the
performance benets of a traditional watercraft. Your
Mako jetboard is easy to ride, easy to stow, and with
excellent customer service and support, easy to own.
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This Operator’s Guide has been prepared to acquaint
you with your jetboard and its various controls,
maintenance and safe riding instructions. Ensure to
keep your Operator’s Guide in a safe place such as
your accessories bag, so that you can refer to it for
operation, instructing others, regular maintenance
and troubleshooting. This information contained
in this guide is correct at the time of publication.
However, Mako Boardsports maintains a policy of
continuous improvement of its products without
imposing upon itself any obligation to install them on
products previously manufactured. Some differences
between the manufactured product and the
descriptions and/or specications in this guide may
occur. Mako Boardsports reserves the right at any
time to discontinue or change specications, designs,
features, models or equipment without incurring any
obligation upon itself.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS OPERATOR’S GUIDE
THOROUGHLY BEFORE USE. THIS GUIDE
CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
DISREGARDING THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY INCLUDING THE POSSIBILITY OF
DEATH!
Mako Boardsports stongly recommends reading the
following sections before you operate your jetboard:
– SAFETY INFORMATION
– GETTING STARTED
Mako Boardsports highly recommends that you
regularly review the relevant Coast Guard and/or
Authority regulating the laws pertaining to the use
of personal watercraft within the region in which the
jetboard will be operated. In certain areas, an operator
competency card is required to operate a watercraft.
SAFETY ALERTS & MESSAGES
This Operator’s Guide utilises the following symbols
and words to emphasise potential injury hazards and
important information:
DANGER indicates an eminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
serious damages, injury or death.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
serious damages, injury or death.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate damages or injury.
NOTICE indicates important information
or an instruction which may aid the rider in
operation or maintenance of the jetboard.

MAKO SLINGSHOT JETBOARD
OPERATOR’S GUIDE
Getting Started

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MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED
BEFORE YOU START
Setting up your new Mako jetboard
couldn’t be easier. Just follow these
concise instructions and we’ll have you
up on your board and carving turns in
about an hour.
This guide offers you quick and easily accessible
information to rapidly acquaint you with your jetboard
and its various controls, maintenance and safe riding
instructions.
READ AND FOLLOW THE OPERATOR’S GUIDE
THOROUGHLY, IN ITS ENTIRETY, BEFORE USE.
THE OPERATOR’S GUIDE CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY,
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION.
JETBOARD DEFINITION
The term “jetboard” used throughout this Operator’s
Guide, means a personal watercraft with similar
aesthetical characteristics of a traditional surfboard,
that uses an inboard two-stroke engine to provide
power to an axial-flow water-jet pump. Water
passes underneath the board and enters the pump
through an inlet. The water pressure inside the
inlet is increased by diffusing the flow as it passes
through the impeller blades and stator vanes. The
pump nozzle then converts this pressure energy into
velocity, thus producing forward thrust.
The jetboard is designed to be operated by a single
person (“rider” or “operator”) in a propped up prone,
kneeling or standing position on the board. Direction
of the jetboard is controlled by the rider transferring
body weight through either their heels or toes
(depending on the direction of turn) which applies
pressure to one side of the jetboard more than the
other, thus engaging the rail and facilitating the turn.
Acceleration of the jetboard is controlled via a throttle
trigger held in the rider’s hand.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
So, you’re excited. Your Mako Slingshot jetboard has
just been delivered on your doorstep. You’ve carefully
opened the box and pulled out its contents. Here’s
what you should nd inside:
1 x MAKO SLINGSHOT JETBOARD
1 x FCS CENTRE FIN
2 x FCS SIDE FINS
1 x QUICK INSTALL BATTERY PACK
1 x BATTERY CHARGER
1 x TOOL KIT
2 x WRISTSTRAPS/ENGINE SHUT-OFF PINS
1 x BOARD BAG
1 x OPERATOR’S GUIDE
THE TOOL KIT
Your Mako Slingshot is shipped with a basic tool kit
to aid you in the regular ongoing maintenance and
care of your jetboard, so that you can maximise
its performance and keep it running at its best, for
longer. Here’s what you will nd inside:
1. TOOL KIT POUCH
2. 2MM, 3MM, 4MM, 5MM ALLEN KEYS
3. LUBRICATION SYRINGE
4. ENGINE FLUSH CONNECTOR
5. CABLE TIES
6. LUBRICATION ADAPTOR
7. SPARK PLUG SPANNER
8. SPARE SPARK PLUG
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KNOW YOUR MAKO
The quickest and easiest way to
maximise your enjoyment out on the
water and to keep your board running at
its best, for longer, is to know your Mako
like the back of your hand.
1. SNORKEL
2. CARBON FIBRE MONOHULL
3. GRAB HANDLES
4. FOOT STRAPS
5. LED INDICATOR
6. BATTERY PACK
7. POP-LATCH BUTTONS
8. ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID
9. CARRY HANDLES
10. COOLING OUTLET
11. TRACTION PADS
12. JET-DRIVE INLET
13. JET-DRIVE NOZZLE
14. EXHAUST OUTLET VALVE
15. FCS SIDE FINS
16. FCS CENTRE FIN
17. RIDE PLATE
18. HAND CONTROL
19. START/STOP BUTTON
20. THROTTLE TRIGGER
21. ENGINE SHUT-OFF PIN
22. WRIST STRAP
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KNOW YOUR ENGINE
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At the heart of your Mako Slingshot
jetboard beats the Rotron XT100
2-stroke combustion engine. This
compact 90cc powerplant delivers
reliability, performance and peace of
mind out on the water.
1. AIR INTAKE
2. CARBURETTOR
3. STARTER
4. THROTTLE ARM
5. IDLE GEAR
6. IGNITION PICKUP
7. FREEWHEEL
8. MAIN GEAR
9. COOLING INLET
10. SPARK PLUG
11. EXHAUST COOLING
NOZZLE
12. COOLING OUTLET
13. SPARK PLUG CAP
14. FUEL TANK
15. JET-DRIVE
16. DRIVE SHAFT
17. DRIVE COUPLING
18. EXHAUST OUTLET VALVE
19. EXHAUST
20. ENGINE CONTROL UNIT
21. HT COIL PACK
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KNOW YOUR ECU
The Engine Control Unit (ECU) is the
brain of your Mako Slingshot jetboard
and is used to regulate spark generation
within the engine ignition system.
ONLY USE THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT
SPECIFIED AND SUPPLIED BY MAKO
BOARDSPORTS. FAILURE TO EXERCISE
CAUTION WHILE USING THIS COMPONENT COULD
RESULT IN PRODUCT MALFUNCTION, ELECTRICAL
ISSUES AND CAN MAKE IT UNSAFE TO OPERATE,
AND A WARRANTY CLAIM MAY BE DENIED IF, AMONG
OTHER THINGS, THE OWNER CAUSED THE PROBLEM
THROUGH IMPROPER USE.
The engine control unit (ECU) is located inside the
engine compartment at the front left-hand side of
the board and consists of a plastic outer casing lled
with a compound to protect its internal electronic
components.
The role of the engine control unit (ECU) is to manage
the electrical current that is fed to the ignition coil in
order for it to generate the right amount of voltage for
the spark plug to ignite the fuel mixture.
The engine control unit (ECU) receives its signal from
a magnetic pulse that is synchronised with the speed
of the engine and the position of the crankshaft. This
digital pulse is, therefore, essentially a switching
signal that the ignition coil uses to control the voltage
input.
If your jetboard starts to run irregularly or fails to start
when you depress the START/STOP button on the
hand control unit, could imply a failed engine control
unit (ECU). Check the LED Indicator light to determine
status and refer to the ‘Troubleshooting’ section of
this Operator’s Guide at the earliest opportunity to
prevent any further damage to your jetboard.
ECU CONNECTORS
The engine control unit (ECU) is connected to other
electrical components using 6 individual connectors.
To avoid incorrect connection of components, each
cable uses a different connector type as follows:
1. IGNITION PICKUP
2. HAND CONTROL UNIT
3. HT COIL PACK
4. STARTER MOTOR
5. BATTERY PACK
6. LED INDICATOR
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KNOW YOUR STATUS
Your jetboard features an LED status
indicator light that is located near the
battery housing, on the deck of the
board. This indicator light provides
run-time, error/warning and diagnostic
information about your jetboard.
The table below outlines the course of signalling for
each status of the LED indicator light. Should the LED
status indicator light on the deck of the board become
faulty, refer to the backup red-coloured status light
located directly on the Engine Control Unit, inside the
engine compartment.
The jetboard is powered
off and in its inactive
conguration.
Faulty, undercharged or flat
battery pack.
Faulty Engine Control Unit.
Unplugged ECU Connectors.
Faulty LED or connection.
DEFAULT / OFF
TROUBLESHOOTINGSTATUS DEFINITIONINDICATOR LED STATUS
ENGINE SHUT-OFF PIN START/STOP BUTTON
Y/N N
SOLID / ONY Y The jetboard is powered on,
ECU is functioning correctly
and the starter is cranking the
engine for three seconds.
The LED may appear to flash,
this is due to engine rotation
during starting, this is normal.
SOLID / ONY N The jetboard is powered on
and the engine is running
correctly.
- - -
N Y The engine shut-off pin is not
present or incorrectly located
in the hand control unit.
Check for debris in rubber
housing on hand control.
Re-insert engine shut-off pin.
SLOW FLASHING
FOR 3 SECONDS
Y Y Engine failed to start correctly.
Starter protection active. Wait
ten seconds before attempting
another start.
Check spark plug. Ensure
engine is primed with fuel.
Check jetdrive for obstruction.
Ensure drive shaft rotates
freely.
RAPID FLASHINGYY/N The battery pack has 20%
of its full charge capacity
remaining. Return to dry
land immediately.
Charge battery pack.
Replace battery pack.
N Y START/STOP button held for
longer than 5 seconds. Engine
drain procedure engaged.
Engine cranking until START/
STOP button released.
Ensure spark plug removed.
Process can also be used
to test ignition sensor is
functioning correctly.
SLOW FLASHING
AT ENGINE RPM
RAPID FLASHING
FOR 10 SECONDS

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KEEP YOUR COOL!
The XT100 engine that powers your
jetboard is cooled by circulating water
through the engine block, pumped under
pressure by the action of the impeller.
Water has a higher heat capacity than
air, and can thus move heat more
quickly away from the engine.
During operation your jetboard has ready access to
a large volume of water at a suitable temperature.
Water passes underneath the board and enters
the axial-flow water-jet pump. The water pressure
inside the pump is increased by diffusing the flow
as it passes through the impeller blades and stator
vanes. The inlet for the cooling system is located
inside the jet-drive nozzle and scoops up some of the
water before it exits the nozzle. Utilising this pressure
energy is what pushes the water through the cooling
system.
The jetboard has essentially two separate cooling
systems that run off this single source of water:
one for the engine and one for the exhaust. Water is
forced into the engine and travels through the water-
jacket around the cylinder before exiting the cooling
outlet located on the right-hand side of the board.
Some of the water is also diverted into the exhaust,
passing through the muffler and exited at the rear of
the board.
PRECAUTIONS
As your jetboard relies on an external water supply
for cooling, operation out of water for more than
10 seconds can result in permanent damage to the
engine and exhaust system. A warranty claim may be
denied if, among other things, the owner caused the
problem through improper use.
When riding your jetboard it is imperative to check
that a continuous flow of water is coming out from
the cooling outlet on the right side of jetboard. Stop
engine immediately if flow of water is not apparent.
COOLING
OUTLET
EXHAUST
OUTLET
COOLING
INLET

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SETUP YOUR BOARD
The following step-by-step instructions
will help you congure and prepare your
jetboard, as well as determine whether
you favour a regular or goofy stance.
The Mako Slingshot uses a Thruster n setup and
is supplied with three ns which are removed for
transport to avoid damage.
As standard, your jetboard uses the FCS II detachable
n system to take the time and hassle out of tting
your ns, while eliminating the need for tools, screws,
and hex keys. The ns can be easily installed and
removed in seconds.
It is recommend to use all three ns when operating
the jetboard to ensure maximum control and stability
of your Mako.
FITTING THE FCS SIDE FINS
1. Orientate your jetboard so that the underside is
facing upward. Ensure the board is placed on a
stable surface, such as the floor using a towel
or rug to protect the upper side of the jetboard.
1. Check both n boxes for obstructions and clean
any debris, such as sand, from inside the slots.
Check both side ns are free from damage.
2. Take one of the side ns and ensure the flat
side of the foil is orientated towards the centre
of the jetboard, with the n rake sweeping
toward the rear of the board.
3. Place the front tab on the n base inside the
front slot of the n box, so that the hook meets
the horizontal bar inside the slot. Then, lower
the rear tab into the rear slot. The n locks into
place using a combination of downward and
lateral force. You will hear an audible click.
4. To remove, brace the front of the n at its base
and stablise the jetboard with your forearm.
Grip the n from the top with your other
hand and pull the n towards the nose of the
jetboard, with an upwards force, to release the
n from the box. Use a towel to protect your
hand if needed.
FITTING THE FCS CENTRE FIN
To complete the thruster setup, your Mako Slingshot
uses a larger centre n to aid directional stability and
control through foot-steering.
TOOLS REQUIRED : 3mm Allen Key
1. Orientate the jetboard so that the underside is
facing upward. Ensure the board is placed on a
stable surface, such as the floor using a towel
or rug to protect the upper side of the jetboard.
2. Check the ride plate n box for obstructions and
clean any debris, such as sand, from inside the
slot. Make certain the n is free from damage
and ensure the n rake is sweeping toward the
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3. Identify the small square aperture in the n box.
Angle the rear of the n upwards and insert the
front of the n into the n box, so that the metal
pin is engaged into the channel.
4. Keeping the rear of the n upwards, slide the
n forward until you reach the front of the slot.
Then, lower the rear of the n into the box using
a combination of downward and lateral force.
You will hear an audible click as the barrel
mechanism locks the n into place.
5. Using the 3mm Allen key, insert the grub screw
into the rear of the n box at the base of the n.
Ensure grub screw is securely tightened. Avoid
potential damage by not over tightening.
6. To remove, use the 3mm Allen key to remove
the grub screw for the n box. Brace the front of
the n at its base and stablise the jetboard with
your forearm. Gripping the n from the top with
your other hand, pull the n towards the nose of
the jetboard with an upwards force to release
the rear of the n from the box. Use a towel to
protect your hand if needed. Then, slide the pin
at the front of the n back through the square
aperture.
CARBON FIBRE CENTRE FIN (OPTIONAL)
Mako Boardsports offer an alternative carbon bre
ride plate and centre n, which can be purchased via
the Mako online shop or via a Mako Representative.
You will nd the flex and drive pattern slightly
different to the standard centre n, offering an
increase in performance, particularly smoother turns
and less drag.
TOOLS REQUIRED : 3mm Allen Key
1. Orientate your jetboard so that the underside is
facing upward. Ensure the board is placed on a
stable surface, such as the floor using a towel
or rug to protect the upper side of the jetboard.
2. Using the 3mm Allen key, remove the six M5
x 12mm bolts that secures the standard ride
plate to the board. Store the bolts in a safe
place for relocation of the carbon bre ride
plate.
3. Orientate the carbon bre ride plate so that
the short straight edge is located towards the
nose of the board. Using the 3mm Allen key,
reinsert the six M5 x 12mm bolts into the ride
plate. Ensure each retaining bolt is securely
tightened. Avoid potential damage by not over
tightening.
4. Orientate the carbon bre centre n so that
the n rake is sweeping toward the rear of the
board and place into the recess in the ride plate.
5. Using the 3mm Allen key, insert the four M5 x
12mm bolts into the four corners of the n base
plate. Ensure each retaining bolt is securely
tightened. Avoid potential damage by not over
tightening.
WHEN REMOVING THE CARBON FIBRE CENTRE
FIN FOR STORAGE, ENSURE TO ONLY UNSCREW
THE FOUR RETAINING BOLTS HOLDING THE
FIN TO THE RIDE PLATE. DO NOT REMOVE THE RIDE
PLATE. TO AVOID LOSS OF RETAINING BOLTS DURING
TRANSPORTATION, GENTLY SCREW THE BOLTS BACK
INTO THE RIDE PLATE FOR EASY RELOCATION.

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YOUR STANCE - REGULAR OR GOOFY?
Whether left foot forward or right, your Mako
Slingshot gives you ultimate control of your stance
and the board. Before you strap into your jetboard,
or even setup your foot straps, you’ll need to know
what stance you are. There are two different kinds of
stance, regular and goofy.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO FIND OUT YOUR NATURAL
STANCE STRAIGHT AWAY TO ENSURE YOU
PICK UP THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO RIDE MUCH
FASTER. MANY RIDERS HAVE STARTED OUT WITH THE
WRONG STANCE, ONLY TO REALISE AT A LATER STAGE
THAT THE CONTROL THEY NEED OF THEIR BOARD
COMES MORE NATURALLY THE OPPOSITE WAY.
If you do any other boardsports like skateboarding,
wakeboarding or snowboarding; chances are you’ll
ride your jetboard the same way. The important goal
is to place your dominant foot at the back of the board
in order to provide more precision in movement. The
dominant foot will, therefore, do most of the power
steering while the less dominant foot provides
direction and balance in the front of the board.
We’re going to go over a test you can do that will help
you determine whether you should start riding with a
regular or goofy stance.
1. Stand with your eyes closed with equal weight
distributed to both of your feet.
2. Have a friend, or someone you trust, attempt
to push you over and see which of your feet
you instinctively put out to stop yourself from
falling. This foot will likely be the front foot on
your jetboard as it centres your balance most.
If having your left foot forward feels unnatural,
chances are you’re just a naturally goofy rider and
should switch to steering with your right foot and
providing precision with your left!
ADJUSTING THE FOOT STRAPS
The Mako Slingshot comes with four easy adjustment
Velcro straps. The asymmetrical body shape gives a
positive t yet allows dynamic foot position for a
more personalised stance.
1. With the Velcro straps loose, place your foot
into the foot strap then loosely secure the
tongue of the strap by placing the Velcro across
the top of it. For even coverage, place Velcro
side by side and spread out across the tongue.
2. Adjust the Velcro straps as needed until you
achieve the desired level of coverage and
support. Pull your foot completely out of the
strap and then re-insert to double check the
overall t and ease of re-entry.
The perfect t will vary between riders as this is
largely dependent on personal preference. Optimally,
the binding and strap should t snug for maximum
performance and allow minimal movement, yet still
provide a level of comfort that can be ridden for
extended periods.
REGULAR
GOOFY

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ADJUSTING THE GRAB LINE
The grab line is attached to the nose of your jetboard
and runs through the snorkel up to the hand control.
The grab line provides balance and stability, especially
when carrying out a heel-side carving turn, as well as
avoiding putting undue tension on the throttle cable.
To ne-tune your riding position, the grab line can be
shortened or lengthened by moving the bowline knot
that connects the grab line to the v-cord on the hand
control.
1. Untie the bowline knot that secures the grab
line to the hand control v-cord. Adjust the grab
line length according to your measurements
and preferred riding position.
2. Re-attach the grab line using a bowline knot -
form two loops of equal length in the grab line.
Thread the tail of the grab line through the hand
control v-cord. Thread the tail back under the
hole created by the two loops. Move the tail
from the back side of the loops to the front.
Tuck the grab line behind the main line. Thread
the tail back through the hole created by the
two loops. Move the tail from the front side of
the loops to the back.
TO HELP NEW RIDERS LEARN HOW TO
TRANSITION TO A STANDING POSITION, AND
TO INCREASE THE ENJOYMENT OF USING YOUR
JETBOARD, WE RECOMMEND THAT THE GRAB LINE IS
SET SHORTER THAN NORMAL RIDING PREFERENCE.
AS A GOOD STARTING POINT, SET THE GRAB LINE TO A
TOTAL LENGTH OF 500MM.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Your Mako Slingshot is supplied with a quick install
battery pack which powers the electronic systems of
the jetboard including the Engine Control Unit (ECU),
starter and LED indicator.
1. BATTERY CAP
2. PULL HANDLE
3. BATTERY PACK
4. 4-PIN CONNECTOR
5. BATTERY HOUSING
Your battery will not be fully charged during shipping
and should be given a full charge prior to rst use. The
rst charge brings the battery to an operational state
and may take up to 4 - 6 hours to complete.
ALWAYS FULLY REMOVE THE BATTERY FROM
THE JETBOARD BEFORE CHARGING. ONLY
USE THE CHARGER PROVIDED WITH YOUR
JETBOARD. NEVER CHARGE THE BATTERY WHEN FUEL
OR FUEL VAPOURS ARE PRESENT. DO NOT LEAVE
UNATTENDED WHILE CHARGING. DISREGARDING
THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
INCLUDING THE POSSIBILITY OF DEATH!
Proper charging is imperative to maximize battery
performance. Both under- or over-charging batteries
can signicantly reduce the life of the battery.
Charging time is approximately 1.5 hours, but will
vary depending on depth o f discharge.
TOOLS REQUIRED : Mako Battery Charger
1. Select the plug type for the country or region
you are located in. Match the grooves on the
back of the interchangeable adapter over the
top of the metal contacts on the main body of
the wall charger.
2. Slide the adapter, making sure the adapter’s
flanges slide into the slots of the main body
of the wall charger, until it locks in place and is
seated properly.
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2. Slide the adapter, making sure the adapter’s
flanges slide into the slots of the main body
of the wall charger, until it locks in place and is
seated properly.
3. Connect the battery pack to the charger via the
4-pin connector and ensure the screw cap is
securely tightened. Plug the wall charger into
an electrical outlet and turn on.
4. The LED indicator located on the top surface of
the charger illustrates the various stages of the
battery charging process :
STANDBY: Charger detects the connected
battery and ensures the battery cells are in a
safe temperature range. When complete the
charging cycle will begin automatically.
PRE-CHARGE: Charger checks cell voltages
and adapts the charging current to the
acceptance level of the battery. This prevents
overheating until such time that cells are able
to accept the full current. This function will
lead to extended or shortened charging times
depending on the state of the used battery.
RAPID-CHARGE: Charger applies a constant
current to the battery and keeps that current
flowing until the predetermined voltage has
been reached. Charging time depends on
level of discharge and capacity of the battery,
typically this stage takes up to 2.5 hours.
TRICKLE-CHARGE: Charger switches to a
constant voltage phase. The transition from
constant current to constant voltage ensures
maximum capacity is reached without risking
damage to the battery. This phase of charging
takes up to 45 minutes.
READY: Once the charge current and voltage
reach predetermined values, the charge cycle is
complete. If the charger is left connected to the
battery, a periodic top-up charge is applied to
counteract battery self-discharge.
ERROR: Possible sources of battery error may
include temperature out of nominal range,
a highly unbalanced pack, or one cell in the
pack has low voltage. In the case of a battery
error, please remove the battery pack from the
charger and inspect it carefully for damage.
BATTERY SAFETY
FAILURE TO EXERCISE CAUTION AND
COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS
COULD RESULT IN PRODUCT MALFUNCTION,
ELECTRICAL ISSUES, EXCESSIVE HEAT, FIRE AND
ULTIMATELY INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
»Never leave the charger and battery unattended
during charging process. Do not leave battery
charging for longer than 8 hours maximum.
»Always disconnect the battery after charging
and remove charger from electrical outlet.
Let the charger cool between charges. When
disconnecting the battery charger, pull by the
plug not by the cord, to avoid damage.
»Never attempt to dismantle the charger or use
a damaged charger. Never charge a battery if
the cable has been pinched or shorted.
»Never allow batteries or battery packs to come
into contact with moisture at any time. Never
attempt to charge damaged or wet battery
packs.
»Always charge in a well-ventilated area. Never
charge batteries in extremely hot or cold places
or place in direct sunlight.
»Always end the charging process if the battery
becomes hot to the touch or starts to change
form during the charge process.
»Do not drop the battery packs. This can cause
internal cell damage and render it useless.
In these circumstances the battery is not
viable for repair and should be disposed of
responsibly.

RATIO 50 to 1 (2%)
ML PER LITRE 20 Millilitres
ML PER 5 LITRE 100 Millilitres
FL.OZ. PER US GALLON 2.56 Fluid Ounces
ML PER US GALLON 75.72 Millilitres
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BATTERY STORAGE
We recognise that extended absences are not always
planned in advance, however if for any reason your
battery packs are not going to be used for lengthy
periods of time, it is advised to store the batteries
after its full charge cycle. Before the battery pack is
used again, recharge prior to use. It is good practise
to follow these steps to extend the life of your battery
packs. Do not store the battery packs connected
to the charger or jetboard. Store in a cool and dry
location, protected from the elements.
THE RIGHT FUEL
Your Mako Slingshot is powered by the Rotron XT100
2-stroke combustion engine that requires a mixture
of unleaded petrol and engine oil. The quality of the
petrol and oil is extremely important to the running,
efciency and life of the engine.
RECOMMENDED FUEL: When choosing a petrol to
use, don’t go with the cheap stuff. Always use a high-
quality unleaded petrol with a RON octane rating of
92, a MON octane rating of 87 or a AKI (RON+MON)/2
octane rating of 91, or higher.
Fuel with a lower octane rating may increase engine
temperatures, resulting in the risk of piston seizure
and damage to the engine.
RECOMMENDED OIL: We also recommend that you
use a high-quality fully synthetic 2-stroke oil, which
is designed to deliver the highest levels of engine
protection. Ensure the oil you choose meets the
standards NMMA TC-W3, API TC, ISO-L-EGD or JASO
FD/FC.
FUEL MIXING
Knowing the proper way to mix your fuel is the rst
step in keeping your jetboard running strong and long.
Your Mako Slingshot runs on a 50:1 petrol and engine
oil mixture. So what does 50:1 mean? It’s simply 50
parts of fresh, unleaded petrol with 1 part of fully-
synthetic 2-stroke oil.
This chart provides an easy to use reference for
getting the fuel to oil ratio correct for your Rotron
XT100 engine.
FUEL IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND HIGHLY
EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
ALWAYS WORK IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
DO NOT SMOKE OR ALLOW OPEN FLAMES OR SPARKS
IN THE VICINITY.
TOOLS REQUIRED : 1ltr Graduated Fuel
Measuring Can/Bottle
1. Fill the measuring bottle with fresh unleaded
fuel from a reputable petrol station, to the 1 litre
marker located on the side of the bottle.
2. Locate the 50:1 ratio oil ll marker located on
the side of the measuring bottle. Pour in your
chosen 2-stoke oil until the combined liquid
reaches the marker (20ml oil).
3. Replace the cap onto the measuring bottle
and secure tightly. Shake vigorously by hand
to ensure proper mixing of the oil with the fuel.
FUELING PROCEDURE
1. Orientate the jetboard so that the deck is facing
upward. Ensure the board is placed on a secure
surface, such as the floor using a towel or rug to
protect the upper side of the board.
2. Locate the fuel cap on the lefthand side of
the board and slowly unscrew the fuel cap
counterclockwise. Clean the fuel cap and the
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IN ORDER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FUEL
COMING IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH SKIN AND
INHALING FUEL VAPOR, REMOVE THE FUEL CAP
CAREFULLY SO AS TO ALLOW ANY PRESSURE BUILD UP
IN THE TANK TO RELEASE SLOWLY.
3. Carefully begin to ll the fuel tank. To prevent
fuel back-flow, ll the tank slowly so the air can
escape.
4. Do not overll or top off the fuel tank. Fuel
expands under increased temperatures and
may overflow.
5. Replace the fuel tank cap and securely tighten
in a clockwise direction. Always wipe off any
fuel spillage from the hull of the jetboard.
FUEL STORAGE
It is recommended that you only mix sufcient fuel
for your planned duration on the water. Always store
your fuel mixture using an approved fuel container
that has been specially designed to reduce spillage,
evaporation or permeation. Fuel storage should never
exceed two months and should not be stored in the
board’s fuel tank. When using fuel that has been
stored for any amount of time, shake the mixture in
the container before fueling your jetboard.
CARRYING YOUR BOARD
Any traditional surfer will know what a struggle it can
be to carry a surfboard and tell you how knackering it
can be just to get your board down to the water. It can
put a real strain on the lower back setting the tone for
a painful session which has had to be cut short.
Your Mako Slingshot was designed so that anyone
can carry and transport the board with ease. No more
insecure grip or struggle, just a stress free journey to
the water with little effort needed even over longer
distances.
CARRY HANDLES: Mako’s recessed side handles
make for effortless carrying, putting the weight
over your centre of gravity so you don’t have to
compensate or lean awkwardly. Gone are burning
forearms and numbing fatigue as you stretch to wrap
ngertips around the rail. Just pick up the board and
go.
GRAB HANDLES: Mako’s conveniently placed grab
handles offer an energy saving alternative for those
remote areas where there is a hefty walk from the
car. Clasp the handles with both hands and lift onto
your back in an overhead motion, using the footstraps
located at the nose end of the jetboard to take the
weight of the Slingshot onto your shoulders. Use the
grab handles to steady the board as you head out
towards the shoreline.
BOARD BAG: Our Mako Board Bag makes taking your
jetboard with you as easy as possible. It’s made using
toughened materials that can cope with sun, sea,
sand and damage. It even has a foil lining to ensure
your board stays cool in extreme temperatures. The
ingenious carry system, with its padded backpack
straps and rubber carry handles allow you to simply
bag it up, throw it on your back or under your arm
and you’re free to nd adventure. When you’re not out
exploring, it serves as the perfect storage unit, too.

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MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED
PRE-SURF CHECKLIST
Before you kit up and hit the water, it is
always good practice that you carry out
a thorough inspection of your jetboard
and all safety equipment.
This pre-surf checklist should only take you around
15 minutes to complete and will help to familiarise
yourself with your jetboard and enable you to identify
wear and tear or any potential mechanical issues
while safely on the shoreline.
BEFORE UNDERTAKING THE REQUIRED PRE-
SURF CHECKS PLEASE REMOVE THE ENGINE
SHUT-OFF PIN FROM THE HAND CONTROL
UNIT AND REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK FROM ITS
HOUSING. DISREGARDING THESE PRECAUTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Ensure the side ns are attached to the board
and locked in place with the flat foil orientated
toward the centre of the board.
Ensure the large centre n is attached to the
ride plate correctly and locked in place, with the
n rake sweeping toward the rear of the board.
Inspect hull and ns for damage. Remove
weeds, shells, debris or anything that could
restrict the flow of water through the intake and
damage the jet-drive propulsion unit.
Fully charge the battery pack using the battery
charger supplied.
Ensure adequate fuel for your planned duration
on the water. The XT100 engine requires
a mixture of regular unleaded gasoline or
equivalent, and 2-stroke oil in the ratio of 50:1
Fill fuel tank slowly to avoid back-flow. Do not
over ll or top off fuel tank. Check any leakages
and wipe off fuel spillage from the hull of the
jetboard.
Check coolant hoses are in good condition and
are securely connected to the engine and to the
exhaust, using a slight pulling force.
Check condition and correct connection of all
Engine Control Unit (ECU) connectors.
Check condition of the spark plug and ensure
spark plug cap is secure and has a tight seal
Ensure throttle trigger operates smoothly
when depressing and releasing. Check cable
is free from twists and clear of wear or
damage. Ensure throttle arm, located on the
carburettor, operates smoothly with a full range
of movement from the idle pin through to the
throttle stop.
Check the basic carburettor settings in
accordance with information outlined
elsewhere in this Operator’s Guide.
Check foot straps for wear or damage.
Adjust for a comfortable t using the single-
adjustment Velcro straps.
Insert the battery pack into the battery housing
located in the centre of the board. Ensure
the battery pack is pushed securely onto the
connector and that the screw cap is securely
tightened.
Check life jacket and protective clothing for
excessive wear or damage. Ensure all straps
and buckles are fastened and secure.